AMST 342 - Black Women Writers

Institution:

Trinity College

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Description:

Through readings in fiction, autobiography, essays and some poetry, this course will investigate the conditions and experiences shaping Black female identity in the United States. Although the focus will be on 20th century African American women writers, some selections by earlier writers, and writers from outside the United States, may be included as a way of exploring similarities (and differences) that exist between Black women's writings, experiences, and ways of knowing trans-historically and across the diaspora.Among the recurring issues/themes we will investigate are the impact of race, class, gender, and sexuality on Black women's experiences and artistic vision, the quest for self-determination and self-actualization, the significance of spirituality, and the politics of Black women's roles within the community, family and nation. Writers studied will vary from semester to semester, but may include: Toni Morrison, Audre Lorde, Gayl Jones, Harriet Jacobs, Jamaica Kincaid, Sapphire, Mariama B,, Maya Angelou, Gloria Wade Gayles, June Jordan, Alice Walker, Harriet Wilson, Ann Petry, and bell hooks. Prerequisite: English 213, 217, or other courses in African-American literature. Permission of the instructor is required 1.00 units, Lecture

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.Trincoll.edu

Phone Number:

(860) 297-2000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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